Thank you all — and may God continue to bless the United States of America.
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Speaker of the House, focused on strengthening America's middle class and creating jobs; mother, grandmother, dark chocolate connoisseur.
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are committed to advancing liberty, justice and prosperity for all – in the states, in Puerto Rico, in the District of Columbia and across the territories.
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The Puerto Rico Status Act will empower the people of Puerto Rico to choose for themselves how to move forward: statehood, independence or sovereignty in free association with the United States.
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For more than a century, Puerto Rico has been governed under a political system imposed by outside forces rather than established by its people. Denied the right to a vote in Congress or for President, Puerto Rico’s territorial status has left it vulnerable to unequal treatment.
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Today's passage of #HR8393 is a key step to ensure Puerto Rico’s future is one of its own choosing.
With the Puerto Rico Status Act, the House voted to tear down the vestiges of colonialism – honoring the dignity, equality and rights of more than 3 million American citizens.
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Join me live at the U.S. Capitol for my weekly press conference.
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I am forever grateful to my colleagues in the Caucus for their courage to elect the first woman Speaker.
It’s been my honor to help to forge historic progress For The People.
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It was my privilege to welcome leaders from across the African continent to the United States Capitol.
Part of ’ U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit, last night's gathering reaffirmed America's unwavering commitment to Africa as we work together to forge a brighter future for all.
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Join , , , Speaker Boehner and me at the U.S. Capitol for a ceremony to unveil my portrait as the 52nd Speaker of the House of Representatives, which will join the collection of portraits in the Speaker's Lobby.
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Congressman Lewis was revered on both sides of the aisle, on both sides of the Capitol and by millions across the nation.
Thank you to for honoring the goodness, faith and bravery of this American hero.
What a striking tribute to this titan of the civil rights movement.
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In the decade since Newtown, countless more communities across the country have been scarred by the daily carnage of gun violence. Today, and every day, let us reaffirm our resolve to stop the bloodshed and build a safer world for our children.
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More must be done to save lives – which is why have passed legislation to reinstate the Assault Weapons Ban, more efficiently warn communities during an active shooting and secure universal background checks. We will not rest until these vital measures become law.
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Endlessly inspired by courageous survivors and families transforming their anguish into action, Democrats have led the charge to combat the scourge of gun violence. This summer, & enacted the first major gun violence prevention law in nearly three decades.
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10 years ago, Newtown and our nation were shaken by an unfathomable act of evil: 20 precious schoolchildren and 6 devoted educators slaughtered at Sandy Hook Elementary School. This monstrous rampage robbed innocent children of their futures and left loved ones forever shattered.
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The Respect for Marriage Act is now the law of the land!
With pride, fortitude and unbreakable unity, and the Democratic Congress have achieved a landmark victory in the fight for full equality.
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I joined , , and at the for a signing ceremony for the Respect for Marriage Act, a landmark victory in the fight for full equality – enshrining the foundational right to marry the person you love into the law of the land.
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Join me as we mark 20 years of tireless work leading the charge to defend human rights in China and remaining vigilant against putting business interests ahead of human rights.
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Last week, I had the honor of speaking with hundreds of Capitol employees — hardworking members of our Congressional community who keep this institution running and serving our country.
To each and every one of them, thank you for your public service.
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Over the last two years, the has traveled the country to hear from Americans about the economic challenges facing their communities. Now, you can hear their stories in a groundbreaking new documentary. Watch the trailer here.
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Our documentary-style film @GritAndGrace tells the stories of three American families and their quest to find #EconomicSecurity and prosperity in America.
Don't miss tomorrow's premiere at the National Archives streaming LIVE on YouTube at 6:30pm ET.
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As I said at COP27, we have a moral responsibility to our children – to ensure they have clean air to breathe, clean water to drink and a healthy planet to call home. Today, and every day, let us renew our resolve to honor that sacred obligation.
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We have also taken action to bolster climate resilience with our Infrastructure Law and supercharge technological innovation with our CHIPS and Science Act.
Crucially, equity lies at the heart of our climate agenda, with 40% of our investments going to underserved communities.
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This year, Biden and Congressional Democrats proudly enacted the largest climate investment in history – empowering our nation to slash carbon pollution by 40% this decade and setting us on the path to a net-zero, clean energy future.
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Last month, I had the privilege of leading a Congressional delegation to COP27 in Egypt, where the United States and our partners proudly reaffirmed our pledge to forge a healthier, safer and more sustainable future.
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The world has left incrementalism in the dust, with America leading the way, because we are serious about saving our planet For The Children.
Check out a roundup of our Congressional delegation’s visit to #COP27 here.
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Seven years ago, the global community gathered in Paris, united by a shared commitment to saving our planet. The Paris Climate Agreement charted a roadmap toward unprecedented climate action, setting ambitious targets in our fight against an existential crisis.
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Today, our nation took another step forward in the long march toward equality.
Together, Americans transformed the fight against HIV/AIDS.
Together, we tossed Don't Ask, Don't Tell into the dust bin of history.
And now, we are enshrining marriage equality into federal law.
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On the House Floor, I spoke about Phyllis and Del Martin: my dear friends and iconic trailblazers. Their love made history as the first legally recognized same-sex marriage in San Francisco.
My thoughts were with them today as we joyfully passed the Respect for Marriage Act.
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It brings me great personal pride that the Respect for Marriage Act is one of the final bills to bear my signature as Speaker.
This legislation – which now heads to ’ desk – expresses a value that our nation holds dear: liberty, equality and dignity for all.
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My heart is full.
The Respect for Marriage Act will soon be the law of the land: a glorious triumph for love and freedom.
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Join me live at the U.S. Capitol for my weekly press conference.
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Join , Members of , advocates and me at the U.S. Capitol to sign the Respect for Marriage Act, a major victory for freedom, dignity and equality by enshrining into federal law marriage equality for same sex and interracial couples.
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., & should be commended in their work to help secure her release. Congress stands firmly with the Administration as they continue working to secure the release of Paul Whelan & other Americans unjustly detained in Russia.
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For nearly 10 months, Brittney Griner suffered unthinkable trauma as she was wrongfully imprisoned by Russia. Putin’s cruelty against Brittney – and his monstrous actions against Ukraine – are reminders of his brazen contempt for human rights, human dignity and the rule of law.
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Congress and the Country are overjoyed to learn that, thanks to the committed & focused leadership of , Brittney Griner is finally free. Today, our hearts are with her dear wife, Cherelle, and the Griner family as their beloved Brittney is safely on her way back to America.
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I began my career fighting for LGBTQ communities — and now, one of the final bills that I will sign as Speaker will ensure the federal government never again stands in the way of marrying the person you love.
Read my op-ed on the Respect for Marriage Act:
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Today, and every day, we're grateful to those heroes for their service and sacrifice: especially the fallen, who have become martyrs for democracy.
United in grief and gratitude, we bestow upon them the Congress' highest honor — etching their heroism into our history.
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It was my honor today to present the Congressional Gold Medal to the heroes who defended the Capitol, the Congress and the Constitution on January 6th.
Staring down violence and bigotry, these law enforcement officers ensured that Democracy survived on that dark day.
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Join me as we award the Congressional Gold Medal ceremony to , & the heroes of January 6th.
This award, the highest honor Congress can bestow, honors their extraordinary service & sacrifice for courageously defending Democracy.
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It was an honor to meet with the Honorable , President of the Republic of Moldova today.
We discussed the war in Ukraine, Russia's continued aggression, and the imperative to protect democracy and ensure regional energy independence and security.
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His strong commitment to human rights shone through in his leadership, which made a difference to communities in our country & across the world. May it be a comfort to his husband Hector and their loved ones that so many pray for them during this sad time.
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